Cracking down on a well-organized interstate theft network, police in Rewa district have exposed a battery theft gang that had been operating across state borders. Acting on intelligence inputs and ongoing complaints, the Sohagi police station team arrested three individuals while one accused remains on the run.

Arrests Made After Strategic Surveillance

The operation was initiated following a complaint filed by Alakh Narayan Kesarwani, who reported repeated battery theft incidents in the region. Taking the matter seriously, police intensified surveillance and formed a dedicated team to track down those involved. Based on a tip-off from an informant, officers laid a trap and successfully apprehended the suspects.

The arrested individuals have been identified as Karan Harijan and Deepak Harijan, who were actively involved in the thefts. Another accused, Abhishek Sahu, is believed to have played the role of a receiver, purchasing the stolen goods. A fourth member of the gang is currently absconding, and efforts are underway to locate and arrest him.

Modus Operandi Spanned Two States

During interrogation, police discovered that the gang had been stealing batteries from different parts of Madhya Pradesh and transporting them to markets in Uttar Pradesh for quick resale. The group primarily targeted locations such as weighbridges and warehouses, where large quantities of batteries were stored.

The accused reportedly acted swiftly after each theft, ensuring that the stolen items were moved out of the state to avoid detection. This cross-border movement made it difficult for authorities to track the stolen goods and identify the culprits earlier.

Recovery and Further Investigation

Police have recovered stolen batteries worth approximately Rs 1 lakh from the possession of the accused. During questioning, the suspects also admitted involvement in several other theft incidents, indicating that the network may be larger than initially believed.

Sohagi police station in-charge Kamlesh Sahu stated that complaints regarding battery theft had been coming in for a long time, suggesting that the gang had been active for an extended period. Authorities are now expanding their investigation to identify other members and possible buyers connected to the network.

Search Intensifies for Absconding Accused

The police have intensified their search operations to capture the absconding member of the gang. Officials have expressed confidence that he will be arrested soon. Meanwhile, further interrogation of the arrested accused is expected to reveal additional details about the operation and its links.

The case highlights the growing challenge of interstate theft networks and underscores the need for coordinated policing efforts across regions to dismantle such organized crime groups.